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EK56 XNX

2006 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

105,424 mi
Last recorded105,424 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Sonata62,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 XNX
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 105,424 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 105,424 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking FILTER AREA (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 102,278 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 99,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 96,913 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 96,913 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 91,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 87,307 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 81,779 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 81,779 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 76,324 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 69,871 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 69,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 67,923 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 2 Oct 2012 61,547 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 61,547 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 54,049 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 54,049 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 47,840 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 36,210 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 74,210 MOT tests across 8,096 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,308
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,096
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,638
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,084
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,092
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,676
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,531
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EK56 XNX is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 62,586 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai Sonata fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK56 XNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Sonata typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK56 XNX registered?

EK56 XNX is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 23 September 2006.

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